You want to look good but you can't seem to keep to your new year resolutions. Dragging yourself to the gym seems like the most difficult task in the world and your diet is just "not working out".
Does this sound like you?
Well I was actually talking about myself but recently I realised that if we "can't" stop our diet, perhaps we could try changing our diet!
Food is a big part of me and I wouldn't give it up ever but I guess I could switch it up and go for healthier alternatives... So I went looking around for 'snacks' to entertain my 'itchy mouth' and here's what I found: nuts.
There are apparently many varieties of nuts that has been associated with weight loss. Nut eaters also tend to have healthier diets because they replace unhealthy processed foods. There's also this function in nuts called 'monounsaturated fatty acids' and guess what? They tend to target belly fat, too!
1. Almonds
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You can almost think of each almond as a natural weight-loss pill. Though nuts are high in fat. But when you're trying to lose weight, eating a moderate portion of monounsaturated fat-boasting almonds can keep you feeling full and prevent you from snacking.
They're also a great food source for vitamin E, manganese (which helps the body function properly) and protein. When consumed regularly, it also puts us at a lower risk of developing heart disease.
For the best results, eat your almonds before you got to the gym as it can help you burn more fats during your workout.
2. Walnuts
This nut offers a great balance of healthy fats, including omega-3 fatty acids (the ones commonly found in fish) that can protect your heart. It can also help to promote a healthy sleep cycle thanks to its melatonin.
Replace your chips with a handful (pls don't overeat) of nuts a day for the best results!
3. Peanuts
This is one of the most common nuts around us. It's also the snack that our dads would snack on it while watching a soccer match. Peanuts carry more healthier values than it seems. Protein, potassium, calcium, vitamin E and the list goes on.
Peanuts are also packed with fibre and protein... which means that it can keep us happy and full for a long time!
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They come in mixes and flavours, and, of course, are the main component of peanut butter. Peanut butter could still be a healthy choice IF it's made with healthier ingredients. Go for those lower in calories! Peanut butters are usually processed with hydrogenated oils and sugar, so make sure you check the label carefully.
4. Cashews
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While cashews may have a fatty and buttery-tasting flavor, they're filled with nutrients like iron (helps in delivering oxygen to your cells), zinc (key to a good immune system and good vision) and magnesium (helps improve memory).
5. Pistachios
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Pistachios are low in calories and high in protein, potassium and fiber. They're also packed with monounsaturated fatty acids which can help to control cholesterol and target your belly fats.
Text by: Girlsdaily SG
